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Liberals Julia Banks (L) and Julie Bishop react to a question from the opposition about Peter Dutton's eligibility during Question Time

Liberals Julia Banks (L) and Julie Bishop react to a question from the opposition about Peter Dutton's eligibility during Question Time Source: AAP

Gender quotas in parliament are back on the agenda after an impassioned speech from outgoing Liberal MP Julia Banks. Ms Banks says greater female representation would help resolve issues around bullying and intimidation in politics. But Prime Minister Scott Morrison is among those saying quotas are unnecessary in the Liberal Party.

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Gender quotas in parliament are back on the agenda after an impassioned speech from outgoing Liberal MP Julia Banks. Ms Banks says greater female representation would help resolve issues around bullying and intimidation in politics. But Prime Minister Scott Morrison is among those saying quotas are unnecessary in the Liberal Party.

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